Naturalist (KFWL/Fox Island)

• Join an inclusive, global team and make life-long connections. 

• Enjoy free access to Pursuit attractions and 50% off for friends. 

• Get discounts on hotel stays, dining, and retail. 

• Access subsidized mental health and wellness resources. 

• Housing accommodations available with competitive rates 

• Referral bonus available  

Deep down, our mission and values make us who we are as a team. This is what we strive for in all of the connections we create for our guests and for each other.

$18.75 per hour

This role is posted for our spring/summer 2025 season!

The Naturalist position is responsible for coordinating and facilitating different island programing and activities. The island Naturalist will conduct beach walks, informational talks about the island's history, surrounding geography, wildlife, and nearby Kenai Fjords National Park. This position will have the opportunity to engage with our Day Lodge guests and briefly educate them about Fox Island. The Naturalist will help assist with other island guest needs such as pre-arrival duties and future programing.

• Provide exceptional services and respect to guests
• Developing and presenting different educational programs to guests
• Developing and providing activities for guests
• Organize and maintain lodge, props, slides, and guide areas
• Maintaining fishing gear and assist guests with obtaining fishing licenses
• Organize and maintain guest lagoon water equipment
• Organize and maintain library and art supplies
• Provide excellent customer service to guests and other team members
• Make sound judgments and anticipate issues and opportunities
• Handle comments, complaints and concerns with a high level of efficiency and in the best interest of the guest
• Be knowledgeable of daily functions or activities occurring at the Lodge and in area to answer guests’ questions

• Communicate to guests and employees information effectively
• Works professionally and courteously when under pressure in a busy environment
• Arrive to work on time, ready to work, dressed in clean uniform, with a neat and clean appearance

• Effectively solve problems, give and receive directions and manage time efficiently
• Work independently and with others to meet the goals and standards of the position
• Deliver communications to guests, employees and management with a pleasant and positive demeanor
• Work efficiently with purpose, multitasks, and accepts other duties as assigned
• Ability to work in harsh weather conditions for extended periods of time on a varied schedule
• Able to live in close quarters with others in a remote wilderness setting
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, as well as a team member
• Must be able to reach at, above/below shoulder height with regular frequency and possess the ability to handle and or move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to walk, sit and stand for extended periods of time
• Current ServSafe Certification
• Experience in the outdoor industry
• Science or outdoor recreation schooling/background

Beautiful. You’ll be working in the iconic, unforgettable and inspiring location. Regardless of what your role is with us, you’ll really get the chance to explore and see amazing scenery and wildlife within the last frontier. 

Fun. You'll be meeting team members from across the globe and get to participate in tons of team events. 

Independent. You’ll spend your days in and around our amazing properties.  

Remote. Our home is filled with trees, lakes, and blue-bird skies; rather than buildings, freeways, and smog.  

Busy. You need to be prepared for a physical working environment with walking, stair climbing, bending, reaching, lifting (up to 50 pounds with assistance) as   

We work as a team and believe that we succeed together – these job duties may change based on the needs of the team and company as a whole. 

Pursuit is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.   

Pursuit places a high value on diverse backgrounds and experiences, recognizing that they serve as catalysts for creativity and innovation. We encourage individuals who are eligible to work in the USA to apply and join our inclusive team!  

We are working to eliminate barriers for applicants and team members from equity-deserving groups. If you can’t apply online or need accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Talent & Acquisition Team at ta@pursuitcollection.com. 

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, please note that only applicants selected for further consideration will be contacted.